Trenton: Former securities firm partner admits insider trading conspiracy

By Erick León

Christopher Matthaei, 48, of Brielle, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit securities fraud. The plea was entered on October 22 in federal court in Trenton and announced the next day.

The case connects the trades to nonpublic information about a special purpose acquisition company, or SPAC. Prosecutors said the scheme generated millions in illicit gains. Matthaei worked as a partner and senior salesperson at a firm with offices in Red Bank, New Jersey.

Source: U.S. Department of Justice: Former Partner at Broker-Dealer Firm Pleads Guilty to Securities Fraud Conspiracy. Statement dated October 23, 2026.

Original Spanish article, published October 25, 2026.

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